Serving 698 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Alexandria Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alexandria Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Alexandria Elementary School's student population of 698 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alexandria Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexandria Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#206 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
10%
32%
White
81%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexandria Elementary School's ranking?
Alexandria Elementary School is ranked #206 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Alexandria Elementary School often compared to?
Alexandria Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ohatchee Elementary School, Wellborn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Alexandria Elementary School?
698 students attend Alexandria Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Alexandria Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alexandria Elementary School?
Alexandria Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alexandria Elementary School offer ?
Alexandria Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alexandria Elementary School part of?
Alexandria Elementary School is part of Calhoun County School District.
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